Pumpkin pie is probably the second thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word Thanksgiving. It is the best part of Thanksgiving dinner, though, am I right?
Tragically, some people limit themselves to one piece. I can't even imagine what this must be like. Sure, it's dessert, but it's also extremely good for you!
So, in honor of the upcoming holiday, here are some of the health benefits of pumpkin.
+ Pumpkin is loaded with carotenoids, including beta carotene, which our body converts to vitamin A.
+ Carrots aren't the only orange food that helps your eyes. Pumpkins also contain lutein and zeaxanthin which are good for your eyes!
+ Pumpkin is rich in Vitamin C, fiber, and potassium.
+ 1 cup of pumpkin contains only 49 calories- around 2.5% of your recommended daily intake!
+ 1 cup of pumpkin also has only 2 mg of sodium and <1 g each of saturated fat, polyunsaturate fat, and monounsaturated fat.
I'm sure even pumpkin pie can get boring after eating it for a while, but there are many other ways to incorporate pumpkin into your diet. Some of my favorite recipes include
+Pumpkin Apple Bread
+Pumpkin Apple Bread
Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, nor do I claim to be. For more information regarding the nutrition of certain type of foods please talk to your doctor.
No comments:
Post a Comment